Junior Staff Accountant

LHH; New Jersey; On-site; USD 50,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Staff Accountant to support their accounting department. This role involves managing accounts payable and receivable, preparing financial statements, and ensuring accurate record-keeping. The ideal candidate will have a background in the real estate sector and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact financial operations and drive success. If you are detail-oriented and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in accounts payable and receivable.
• Experience in the real estate/property industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements.
• Perform bank reconciliations and general ledger account reconciliations.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Yardi

NetSuite

Microsoft Excel

Job description

This range is provided by LHH. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

The Junior Staff Accountant will be responsible for supporting the accounting department with various tasks related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting. The ideal candidate will have experience in the real estate/property industry and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Reconcile AP accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in the preparation of AP reports and maintain accurate records.
• Manage customer invoices and ensure timely collections.
• Reconcile AR accounts and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Prepare AR aging reports and assist in the resolution of billing issues.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements.
• Perform bank reconciliations and general ledger account reconciliations.
• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Support external audits by providing necessary documentation and information.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting.
• Experience in the real estate/property industry is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Yardi, NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

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Vision insurance

401(k)

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